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concussion

/kənˈkʌʃn/

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noun

Commotion, choc

A violent collision or shock.

Examples :

"The forceful impact of the car crash caused a concussion. "

L'impact violent de l'accident de voiture a causé une commotion cérébrale.

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noun

Commotion cérébrale

An injury to part of the body, most especially the brain, caused by a violent blow, followed by loss of function.

Examples :

"The soccer player suffered a concussion after being hit hard during the game. "

Le joueur de football a subi une commotion cérébrale après avoir été violemment touché pendant le match.

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noun

Extorsion

The unlawful forcing of another by threats of violence to yield up something of value.

Examples :

"The local gang demanded "protection money" from the shop owners, but when the owners refused, the gang used concussion to steal their daily earnings. "

Le gang local a exigé de l'« argent de protection » des commerçants, mais lorsque les propriétaires ont refusé, le gang a utilisé l'extorsion pour voler leurs gains quotidiens.

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